Founding Marketing & Growth Exec (Unpaid)

About SoloBudd

After 1.5 years of dedicated work, SoloBudd is ready for launch! We're a new social travel app with a unique 70s retro-inspired design and a simple, powerful mission: to connect solo travellers for spontaneous, safe, and unforgettable adventures. We're on the cusp of launching in Bangkok, Thailand, and we're looking for a passionate, creative individual to help us make a massive splash. This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of a startup launch and gain incredible, hands-on experience.

• The role is unpaid, but we will cover any reasonable out-of-pocket expenses that are agreed upon in advance.The Opportunity: A Real-World Marketing Launch

We're seeking a passionate Marketing & Growth Volunteer to be a core part of our launch journey. This is not about making virtual coffee; it's about rolling up your sleeves, getting your hands dirty, and contributing to a live, international marketing campaign. You'll work directly with the founder and have the chance to make a real impact.

We're flexible, and you can contribute in areas that you're most passionate about. Activities you could be involved in include:

• PR & Outreach: Helping to build lists and contact travel publications, startup blogs, and influencers to get the word out.
• Content Creation: Brainstorming and creating engaging content for TikTok and Instagram. This could involve everything from interviewing travellers to showcasing app features and editing amazing footage from our launch in Thailand.
• Copywriting: Crafting compelling copy for our website and marketing materials that captures the spirit of solo travel.
• B2B Partnerships: Identifying and building a database of local businesses in Bangkok (cafes, tour operators, hostels) and helping with email outreach to set up exciting partnerships.
• Community & Guerilla Marketing: Assisting with on-the-ground launch activities in Thailand (if you're based there) while you in UK and helping to manage our online communities by posting in relevant Facebook groups, Reddit threads, and travel forums.
• Digital Strategy: Gaining a real-world understanding of the marketing funnel, from building awareness to driving downloads.

Who We're Looking For:

We are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about travel, startups, marketing, content creation, and community building. This is a hands-on role for proactive people who want to apply themselves and see a project through. We're looking for a genuine contributor who is excited by the chance to achieve tangible results.

• You're a proactive self-starter who can work autonomously but are also happy to support the team on guided, detailed tasks (like researching contacts).
• You have excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• You're creative and full of ideas.
• You have a good understanding of social media platforms, especially TikTok and Instagram.
• You're organised, reliable, and passionate about getting results.
• You understand our target audience (travellers aged 18-35), though you don't need to be in this age bracket yourself.

What You Will Gain:

In return for your valuable contribution, we are happy to offer:

• A fantastic, hands-on learning experience at the heart of a tech startup.
• A formal reference and a glowing LinkedIn recommendation.
• Tangible results and content for your portfolio.
• Recognition as a key contributor to our launch team.
• A flexible arrangement that works around your other commitments.

Important: The Nature of This Volunteer Role

Please note this is a voluntary role and is not a contract of employment or an unpaid internship. We want to be clear and transparent. Our goal is to provide a valuable, experience-based opportunity where you can be proud of your work, and in return, we benefit from your skills and enthusiasm. This is not a "tick-box" exercise to fulfil an obligation; it's a chance to be truly productive.

• This is a flexible opportunity with no fixed hours, and you are not obliged to perform specific tasks. We will agree on how you'd like to contribute your time and effort in a way that is meaningful for you and for the project.
• The role is unpaid, but we will cover any reasonable out-of-pocket expenses that are agreed upon in advance.How to Apply

If you're excited by this opportunity and believe you're a great fit, we'd love to hear from you. Please attach your CV but also email with any questions to support at solobudd.com with the following:

1. Your CV Please attach your resume. Crucially, within the document, please add a section with direct links to any articles, copy, social media content, or other marketing materials you have created if any....
2. A Brief Paragraph of Interest: In CV please write a brief concise paragraph explaining why you are specifically interested in SoloBudd and this volunteer opportunity. We are looking for genuine curiosity and a passion for our mission.

NB. As a progressive organization, we are committed to building a team that reflects our global community of travellers. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals of varying social 'classes', ages, and genders.